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$101+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — LAX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$171
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$101
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$264 or less

Good one-way deal

$133 or less
From Newark to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Newark to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Newark to Los Angeles.
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:20 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/166:40 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/25:15 amEWR - LAX
1 stop20h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/712:35 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$172
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:00 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:00 amLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$173
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/15:55 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Fri 10/311:33 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$174
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Fri 10/176:20 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/2112:35 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$175
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Thu 10/25:55 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/1112:35 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$176
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/72:35 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/1411:09 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$177
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Wed 10/152:35 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop5h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/2710:53 pmLAX - EWR
1 stop8h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$178
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Tue 10/74:00 pmEWR - LAX
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/2212:35 pmLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/235:15 amEWR - LAX
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/307:35 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$180
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Wed 10/15:20 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/612:09 amLAX - EWR
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$181
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Wed 10/15:20 pmEWR - LAX
Nonstop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/66:40 amLAX - EWR
Nonstop5h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$182

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Newark

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Los Angeles

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 10/14

2:35 pm-5:32 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

12:35 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 25m

$204

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 9/30

9:00 am-11:49 am

Nonstop5h 49m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/10

11:09 pm-7:39 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$232

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 10/9

10:05 pm-1:11 am

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

6:40 am-3:04 pm

Nonstop5h 24m

$232

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Tue 10/14

7:30 am-2:38 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

11:09 pm-7:39 am

Nonstop5h 30m

$242

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 12/4

9:00 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop6h 32m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

8:44 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$242

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 12/5

5:51 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

8:44 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$242

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Thu 12/4

5:51 pm-9:27 pm

Nonstop6h 36m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

8:44 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop5h 26m

$247

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 12/5

9:00 am-12:32 pm

Nonstop6h 32m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

4:32 pm-5:58 am

1 stop10h 26m

$251

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Sat 10/11

6:42 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/21

9:45 am-7:23 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$252

NewarkLos Angeles

EWR - LAX

EWRLAX

Newark

Fri 10/17

1:00 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop13h 48m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/23

12:09 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 46m

$252

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The best insider tips for Newark Airport to Los Angeles flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows only a personal item, no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding for premium comfort.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom and larger tray tables.


Spirit's Saver$ Club offers rotating deals and discounts on luggage and seats.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, but no divider from Main Cabin.


Alaska's Wi-Fi is a flat fee, allowing work during flights.

Airports
EWR

Plan for a long wait at EWR security. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times can be unpredictable.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
LAX

Look for green signs directing you to free shuttles to the LAX-it station for rideshare pickups.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Expert on EWR

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Los Angeles

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Los Angeles from Newark with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Los Angeles is 36 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Newark Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EWR to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Newark Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Newark Airport to Los Angeles. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Newark?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Newark. Booking flights from Newark to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 53 daily inbound flights from Newark from 8 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Los Angeles flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

    For as low as $232, Spirit Airlines can have you in Los Angeles from Newark Airport in 5h 49m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2447 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Frontier, at $108, was found to be the cheapest airline from Newark Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Los Angeles for 70% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Hawaiian Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $114. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Newark Airport to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles consider choosing Icelandair (86%), Japan Airlines (85%) or LATAM Airlines (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Newark - Los Angeles) can be booked for $130 on average, our data indicates $908 when flying from Newark Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Newark to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Newark to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Newark to Los Angeles?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Newark to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Newark to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Newark Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$120Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$213Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$236Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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